Darla Dixon, artist and creator of My Snellville Blog was honored with “Darla Dixon Day” on Monday. Dixon has painted and auctioned several pieces of art, donating 100 percent of the proceeds to the Southeast Gwinnett co-op. Her paintings and drawings have been sold both locally and internationally.

Dixon was also on hand Monday to accept a proclamation declaring October “Southeast Gwinnett Cooperative Ministry Month” in the city and at the Snellville Farmers Market. Market patrons are urged to donate canned and boxed foods at Dixon’s booth on any Saturday in October to help meet the staggering need that the co-op is trying to fill.

Darla Dixon Talks About Staying Motivated

Today I had the honor of interviewing Darla Dixon, portrait artist and illustrator. I've known Darla for years. I've even used her services. One year, I needed an art project for a potential book cover-a book...